"We are making claims based only on the tools that Meta has developed because its own research shows they encourage addiction to the platform in a variety of ways,"
"confident the evidence will show our longstanding commitment to supporting young people."
"The Commonwealth would have a better chance of getting around the First Amendment if they alleged that the speech was false or fraudulent,"
"But when they acknowledge that its truthful that brings it in the heart of the First Amendment."
Massachusetts brought a 2024 lawsuit claiming Meta designed features on Facebook and Instagram to be addictive and to generate profit, affecting hundreds of thousands of teenagers in the state. The state's case centers on tools such as constant notifications and endless scrolling and relies on Meta's own research indicating these features encourage platform addiction. State Solicitor David Kravitz emphasized the claims target the tools Meta developed rather than algorithms or content moderation. Meta strongly disputes the allegations, asserts a commitment to supporting young people, and argues First Amendment protections cover its publishing functions. Multiple related state and federal suits are pending.
Read at Boston.com
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